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one–dimensional

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adjective one–di·men·sion·al \ˈwən-də-ˈmench-nəl, -ˈmen(t)-shə-nəl also -dī-\

Definition of one–dimensional

  1. 1 :  having one dimension

  2. 2 :  lacking depth :  superficial one–dimensional characters

one–dimensionality

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First Known Use of one–dimensional

1883

one–dimensional Synonyms

Synonyms
facile, one-dimensional, shallow, skin-deep
Antonyms
deep, profound
Related Words
cursory, hasty, oversimple, passing, sketchy; aimless, desultory, haphazard, hit-or-miss, random; limited, narrow, restricted
Near Antonyms
discerning, penetrant, penetrating; definitive, hard; broad, complete, comprehensive, exhaustive, extensive, far-reaching, wide; general, global, inclusive; detailed, in-depth; critical

Other Mathematics and Statistics Terms

abscissa, denominator, divisor, equilateral, exponent, hypotenuse, logarithm, oblique, radii, rhomb

ONE–DIMENSIONAL Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of one–dimensional for English Language Learners

  • : simple and uninteresting

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